1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
Model | D8 | 211 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2230 mm |